Some good advice from an expert here
A stark warning has been issued to energy bill payers. As energy cost soar and eye-watering bill predictions continue to squeeze household budgets, the latest Uswitch data reveals that those who pay by direct debit owe their suppliers an average of £206.
This is a total of £1.2billion owed in the UK. However, amid all this doom and gloom, experts have come up with a number of ways to negotiate if you can't pay. Andy Kerr, from BOXT, spoke to Nottinghamshire Live sister publication Liverpool Echo with some solutions for those struggling amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Andy said: "If you’re struggling to afford your energy bills, the first thing you should do is contact your energy supplier to discuss ways to pay them what you owe. Your energy supplier has to help you come to a solution, but ensure you negotiate a deal that works for you and your monthly budget. If you have asked to set up a payment plan, this will include what you owe plus an amount for your current use.
There are also a number of schemes and grants available for people who are struggling. Examples of hardship funds or grants that you can get from the Government are:
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